1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1984 Mini MK V
To start off, both 1984 Lancia Beta and 1984 Mini MK V were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1984 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Beta weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mini MK V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mini MK V. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 1984 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Beta | MK V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
